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Since it’s close to #Christmas , I figured it was worth going through a quick history lesson on the origin of the abbreviation “Xmas”. Though well-intentioned, those who fight against the abbreviation b/c it “removes Christ from Christmas” are incorrect. 1/

In our Latin alphabet, we use the letter X/x (ex) in “Xmas”. It was originally the similar-looking Greek Χ/χ (χι) - which is the first letter in ΧΡΙCΤΟC (CHRISTOS, Christ). The abbreviation “Xmas” dates back at least to the 16th century, & other abbreviations predate that. 2/

Using abbreviations for “Christ” & other “sacred names” (“nomina sacra”) in the original Greek biblical manuscripts actually dates back to ancient times, possibly the original text itself. Here is an example from the Codex Sinaiticus (Acts 9:34) c. AD 325: 3/

This day has been so hard.
It's been a year since my last surgery.
I lost correct count of how many surgeries I have had, but it's close to two dozen over my life time.
So many scars on my body and psyche.
I am legit terrified of this next surgery.
I'm so shaky tonight, folks. 😷

People with #cancer are supposed to be brave and model courage for others, but the fact is, it's just the loneliest and scariest of journeys.
I have watched people I admired chart their slow deaths on here.
Quite simply, I don't want to be one of them.
Brave, yes.
Dying, no.😷

Watching #TonyBennett (yes, I am so freaked out I am watching a country #Christmas special, although it's had a lot of jazz for a country special & not much country) belt out tunes with Diana Krall at 92, I want that--decades more time. I want years more of my voice out there.

#Deutsche and other banks given “waivers” from @realDonaldTrump
Yes, #Obama did temporary waivers, making them pay for the 2008 crisis, w/#SallyYates working towards them paying penalties to the victims, working w/the U.K.‘s charges etc...NO, IT IS NOT THE SAME THING!

Trump administration waivers was granted to #Deutsche Bank — which is owed at least $130 million by Donald Trump and his business empire, and has also been fined for its role in a #Russian#moneylaundering

… if you care about #Amazon’s mammoth dealings w/ #China, or if your conscience nags you for buying cheap Chinese stuff online, one solution is this: use @AmazonSmile to donate the proceeds from your purchases to @VoCommunism, which honors/advocates for the victims of Communism.

… if you, like me, try to shop consciously & strategically, you can hit the Chinese regime by also buying goods that are #MadeInIndia. #India’s products are far superior to #China’s, & you can rest easy knowing that you aren’t helping fund #ConcentrationCamps & #Genocide.

Hi, after a recent exploration to the Makoko community, I am starting a campaign to raise N600,000 (about $1,600) over the next few weeks. This will be used to acquire 250 units of the Pico Plus solar lamps (by Greenlight Planet). Click link to donate --> rave.flutterwave.com/donate/jsc43jk…

The intention is to gift to the community for #Christmas. The campaign is aimed relieving the dependency on fuel-powered alternatives, which are difficult to...

sustain and are generally a higher risk. The solar powered lamps will provide relief and even support a change in lifestyle such as kids being able to read with better, non-toxic light at night.

We’re all a bit crafty and environmentally aware here @moattheatre and have been talking about #ConsciousGiftGiving this year. Have you seen this guide? What would you prefer to receive as a gif? Ooh I feel another poll coming on...

When it comes to performing I don't get up on stage but I do like to spin some fire! Any fellow #poi folk out there?
I used this skill when we ran The Moat Performing Arts Carnival #spinning#fire
I spun Fire at the canal after a candlelit walk down to the water Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos

#Christians and #Muslims in #Jerusalem describe life under Israeli occupation
Mar 3, 2018
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre closed its doors in protest of #Israel's new tax laws, learn from Christians in the Old City of Jerusalem the realities of living in a Jewish state. #BDS Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos

2012 - #Israel's Persecution of #Christians in the #HolyLand. - CBS News #Palestine is documented in this very special 60 Minutes episode.
WATCH how Israel's Ambassador #MichaelOren is confronted by Bob Simon, why he tried interfere to stop this episode

Dear @BBCR4Feedback
Tomorrow I will post a package of #StopBrexit paraphernalia to you
The materials are used by the Remain campaign & have been crowdfunded
I will also post prints of photos from the last 21 months (see thread below) so you can see what you haven't been covering

1/It has taken me several hours to compile nearly 2 years of photos from the #Remain campaign into this 22 page document, however i felt it necessary to do so in order to illustrate to the #BBC the extent and commitment of our campaign which you haven't been acknowledging.

#DieHard Before #Christmas
Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house,
Not a creature was stirring,
Except the 4 assholes coming in the rear in standard 2x2 cover formation.
The C4 was placed in the roof with care,
In the hopes that the Feds soon would be there,

The terrorists held positions awaiting the Feds,
While visions of bearer bonds danced in their heads.
And Holly in her rolex, Ellis powdered his nose,
While I was barefoot and made fists with my toes.
When out from the lobby there arose such a clatter,

I drew my gun to see what was the matter.
Away to the stairwell I flew with a flash,
Forgetting shoes, up the stairs did I dash.
I pulled the alarm on this occasion
And vowed to kiss the department Dalmatian
When what to my dismay should appear

If there is an autistic person in your midst this Christmas, please bear in mind the following pieces of advice to help them and you enjoy the season, from one of them 1/?

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First of all, Christmas is a potential nightmare for autistic folk. The lights, noise, Slade, too many people squeezed into a front room, drunk people - it's a recipe for utter misery for some autistic people, children and adults. 2/?

They will need, first and foremost, and escape route from any busy locations, especially places they've never been before. But it's not enough to have a way out ready - people have to not make a big thing about them disappearing for a while! 3/?